The Detroit Lions recently decided to release veteran offensive lineman Graham Glasgow. This move marks the end of a long journey for the player in Michigan. Glasgow played for the team for 7 years. He first joined the team as a draft pick in 2016.
After spending some time away, he returned in 2023 to help the team reach new levels of success. His release was a business decision made on March 2, 2026, to help the team manage their budget for the next season.
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) talks to center Graham Glasgow (60) before a play against Minnesota Vikings during the second half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, November 2, 2025.
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) talks to center Graham Glasgow (60) before a play against Minnesota Vikings during the second half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, November 2, 2025.
Glasgow did not leave quietly or with anger. Instead, he posted a very kind message on his personal X account. He wanted to make sure the city and the fans knew how much he appreciated them. He wrote about his time with the team and how it shaped his life.
In his message, he said, “I’m grateful for the 7 years I’ve spent as a Detroit Lion. I’m thankful for the great teammates, coaches, and friends I had along the way. I love this city and the fans that have supported me for the better part of a decade. There truly was no place I would have rather been.”
I’m grateful for the 7 years I’ve spent as a Detroit Lion. I’m thankful for the great teammates, coaches, and friends I had along the way. I love this city and the fans that have supported me for the better part of a decade. There truly was no place I would have rather been.…
— Graham Glasgow (@gglasgow61) March 2, 2026
He continued by explaining that the city of Detroit changed him as a person. He wrote, “Whether the times were good or bad, I’m proud of the time that I was able to spend here. Detroit and being a Lion has had a huge impact on making me into the man that I am today, and because of that, it will always hold a special place in my heart.”
Glasgow finished his post by wishing his former teammates the best and promising to keep supporting the team from afar. He stated, “I will always be a fan of the guys who I took the field with, and I’ll always be a fan of the team that changed my life. Thank you!”
As Glasgow moves forward, his departure marks the end of a significant chapter for the Detroit offensive line. While the business side of football often requires difficult decisions, his transition reflects the deep bond between a player and a community.
Fans react to the news of Lions’ OL Graham Glasgow leaving
Fans in Detroit had many different reactions to this news.
One fanwrote, “Unfortunate to see Glasgow get released from the Lions but it felt evident that this past season was gonna be his last in Detroit. Kudos to him for battling the way he did but his play significantly dropped off from 2024 to 2025. Lions offense will get a much needed upgrade.”
A second fan shared a more aggressive view andsaid, “He needed to go! Go get us some O-linemen!”
A third fan looked toward the future and commented on Reddit, “Good thing he found a new career after the lions cut him.”
A fourth fan was very harsh,stating, “Overrated flop, glad he’s gone.”
The departure of Glasgow marks the start of a new chapter for the Lions offensive line. While some fans are ready for younger talent, Glasgow leaves behind a legacy of hard work and loyalty to the city. The team must now find a way to replace his veteran experience as they prepare for the 2026 season.